Drachm - Vologases III (Ecbatana) (105-147) front Drachm - Vologases III (Ecbatana) (105-147) back
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Drachm - Vologases III Ecbatana

 
Silver 3.7 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD))
King
Vologases III (105-147)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
105-147
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm (247 BC-224 AD)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.7 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#74157
Rarity index
73%

Reverse

Archer seated right on throne holding bow; archer's seat represented as horizontal line; blundered Greek legend; monogram below bow.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΝ ΑΡΣΑΚΟΥ ΕΥΕΡΓΕΤΟΥ ΔΙΚΑΙΟΥ ΕΠΙΦΑΝΟΥΣ ΦΙΛΕΛΛΗΝΟΣ

Translation: Coin of Arsaces the king of kings, the benefactor, the just, the illustrious, friend of the Greeks.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Parthian Empire, which issued this coin, was known for its extensive trade networks, and the Drachm coin was used as a form of currency along the famous Silk Road, which connected the East and West in a vast network of trade routes.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (105-147) A - - - - - -

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